| A tour of all the major cities in Ireland would take | | | | The shorter tours typically allow you to spend at |
| 12 to 14 days, however keep in mind that this is | | | | least two nights in each of the major cities, so |
| just an overview of the sites. You will find that | | | | that you have some free time to venture out on |
| these itineraries typically spend only one or two | | | | your own. You can always add a few nights |
| nights in the larger cities, and are on the move | | | | before or after your tour begins as well. Tour |
| the rest of the time getting from place to place. | | | | accommodations range from budget hotels and |
| This is why many travelers choose to focus on a | | | | inns, to five star hotels and overnight castle stays. |
| specific region of Ireland, to ensure they can take | | | | Of course the better the accomodations, the |
| everything in. | | | | higher the price. Another thing to consider when |
| The larger cities of Galway, Limerick, Killarney, | | | | selecting a tour is how much sightseeing is |
| Cork, Belfast and Dublin offer their own unique | | | | included, versus what is going to be offered as |
| style with central locations that are perfect for | | | | optional and cost additional while you are on your |
| exploring the countryside. | | | | trip. Also, how many meals are included, as this |
| Dublin, which is the capital of Ireland, is a favorite | | | | can be a considerable savings to you in Europe. |
| of travelers. Visit pubs, museums, restaurants and | | | | Are there any special trips or highlights included? |
| shops. Popular sites include St. Patrick's Cathedral, | | | | All of these factors can affect the price of a |
| Dublin Castle, Malahide Castle, Guinness | | | | tour, but you may find that spending a little more |
| Storehouse and the Garden of Remembrance. | | | | up front, is a better value in the end to ensure |
| Take time to stroll through Dublin's beautiful | | | | you are getting the most from your visit. |
| Georgian squares. Enjoy entertainment at a | | | | In 8 to 10 days, you can take a Southern Ireland |
| theatre, club or pub with traditional Irish music. | | | | tours and spend time in Dublin, Shannon, Killarney |
| Killarney is considered the tourist capital of Ireland | | | | and Waterford, which will include highlights and |
| due to its natural beauty and the world-renowned | | | | visits to such places as the Old Jameson Distillery, |
| Ring of Kerry. Other popular sites are Ross | | | | Bunratty, Ring of Kerry, Kenmare, the Blarney |
| Castle, Dingle and Tralee, Ladies View and the | | | | kissing stone and Waterford Crystal Factory. |
| McGillicuddy Reeks. Golfers can enjoy some of | | | | On an 8 to 10 day trip to Northern Ireland, you |
| the world's best championship golf courses nearby. | | | | would stay in places such as Galway, Derry, |
| Belfast is a thriving city in Northern Ireland, rich in | | | | Shannon and Dublin. The drive from the west |
| history and culture. It is said to have some of the | | | | cost over to the east coast incorporates natural |
| best nightlife in Ireland. Wonderful restaurants, | | | | beauty as well as historical sites. Visit the Cliffs of |
| shops, pubs and old markets offer plenty to do. | | | | Moher, The Burren and the Connemara region. |
| The city of Limerick, off of the River Shannon, is | | | | Some of the trip highlights may include Kylemore |
| ideally located for a visit to the Cliffs of Moher, | | | | Abbey, Glenveagh National Park, Giant's |
| Bunratty Village and King John's Castle. Durty | | | | Causeway, Trinity College and St. Stephen's |
| Nelly's is one of the most famous pubs in the | | | | Green. |
| area. Located in South West Ireland, Cork boasts | | | | You can take an Ireland tour year round, but the |
| beautiful scenery of river valleys as well as the | | | | best weather is found May through October. |
| sandstone hills of the west. From here you can | | | | Weather can always get chilly, so pack warm |
| visit the Blarney Stone, Blarney Castle, Woollen | | | | clothing for the evenings. If you don't mind the |
| Mills and the affluent town of Kinsale. Walking | | | | cold weather, then in the winter there are far less |
| through Cork, you can see the Opera House, St. | | | | crowds and prices are about 40% lower than |
| Ann Shandon Church, St. Finbarr's Cathedral. | | | | traveling during peak season. |
| Galway is full of narrow streets and medieval | | | | You can find great shopping in Ireland for hand-cut |
| buildings which make you feel like you have gone | | | | crystal, Irish Whiskey, jewelry, handmade |
| back in time. See the Spanish Arch, the Church of | | | | sweaters and more. |
| St. Nicholas and Lynch's castle. | | | | |